Couple Builds Thriving Lake Highlands Business Together

John and Kasey Bower's Neighborhood Supply Co. specializes in custom apparel and embroidery

Published on Feb. 5, 2026

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After navigating career shifts, infertility, and other challenges, John and Kasey Bower decided to start their own business together. Their company, Neighborhood Supply Co., specializes in locally-inspired hats and patches, custom embroidery, and corporate apparel. The couple now works side-by-side out of their retail space on Church Road, and say their shared vision for the business and family has brought them closer.

Why it matters

The story of John and Kasey Bower highlights the benefits and challenges of starting a business as a couple. Their journey shows how a shared entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to supporting one another can help a small business thrive, even in the face of personal obstacles.

The details

John and Kasey Bower met and started dating in Waco after Kasey's graduation from Baylor University. After getting married, they navigated career changes, infertility, and other personal challenges. In 2018, John decided he wanted to start a new venture with Kasey, recognizing her creative talents. They launched Neighborhood Supply Co., a business specializing in custom apparel, hats, and embroidery. The company started out of Kasey's home studio but has since expanded to a retail space on Church Road, where the couple now works side-by-side.

  • John proposed to Kasey in the spring atop the roof of the Hotel Palomar on Mockingbird Lane.
  • John and Kasey got married in September after John's proposal.
  • In 2018, John decided he wanted to start a new business venture with Kasey.

The players

John Bower

Co-owner of Neighborhood Supply Co. and Kasey's husband. Previously worked in ministry before making a career change.

Kasey Bower

Co-owner of Neighborhood Supply Co. and John's wife. Handles the creative and on-site embroidery work for the business.

Neighborhood Supply Co.

A Lake Highlands-based business that specializes in custom apparel, hats, patches, and embroidery.

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What they’re saying

“We were pretty beat up, and I came to her and said, 'I want to do something with you. I want to do something together.'”

— John Bower, Co-owner, Neighborhood Supply Co. (advocatemag.com)

“I'd say we've grown closer. John used to be a pastor, and I was a stay at home mom. Now that we have the studio space, we get to see each other a lot more like day time, and we touch base.”

— Kasey Bower, Co-owner, Neighborhood Supply Co. (advocatemag.com)

What’s next

The couple plans to continue growing Neighborhood Supply Co. and exploring new ways to expand their custom apparel and embroidery services in the Lake Highlands community.

The takeaway

John and Kasey Bower's story demonstrates how a shared entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to supporting one another can help a small business thrive, even in the face of personal challenges. Their journey highlights the benefits and challenges of starting a business as a couple.